The festive season means fun, sun, braais, pool parties, beach days, office celebrations, family dinners and more! And while this time of year tends to bring out the party animal in many of us, it's important to remember that it can take a lot out of you too. From festive snacks to fizzy cocktails, long days to late nights, your festive season habits tend to take their toll on your liver in particular; and that's a big health risk we all need to watch out for. Here's a look at the amazing job your liver does for you, why it's so important to look after it, and which natural supplements will do the trick.

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The gorgeous scent of fresh flowers and herbs is synonymous with summer, as the plants around us burst into bloom. And what better way to harness the power of these beautiful botanicals, than with a selection of organic essential oils made from the purest plant essences? Essential oils are a joy to use, and can be added to your daily routine in so many ways this summer. Whether you're looking to keep mosquitoes and other nasty bugs at bay; to soothe and hydrate your skin after a day in the sun; keep your family healthy and happy on holiday travels; or simply add an amazing natural scent to your living space; these little beauties have got the answer. It's time to get inspired folks! Here's a look at some of our favourite essential oils for the summer season - plus some great ways to use them for summertime health and beauty. 

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With the arrival of summertime, weight loss is on everybody's mind as we look for an easy, healthy and long-lasting way to work off those winter pounds. Of course, regular exercise is a sure-fire way to stay slim and trim, but diet naturally plays a major role as well, and smoothies are amazing dietary tools for weight loss. Find out why they help and what you should be including in your daily smoothie recipes - plus we have two delicious and filling summer slimming smoothie recipes for you!

Picture this - it's a beautifully fresh and sunny Saturday morning, and you've just emerged from a dip in the ocean. You're feeling fabulous from head to toe - cleansed, refreshed and rejuvenated! We might think the sea's healing properties some simply from the joyful emotions we experience being out and about in nature, but in fact the answer runs a little deeper than that. When you take a swim in the ocean, you're immersing yourself in salt water, which offers an abundance of healing properties. Salt is naturally antibacterial and alkalising, and releases a negative electromagnetic charge that combats the positively-charged impurities we're exposed to on a daily basis. One of the purest forms of salt on earth (or rather, under it) is known as pink halite, or Himalayan crystal salt. As the name suggests, these pink salt crystals are found naturally deep within the Himalayan mountains, in pristine conditions that have kept them rich in trace minerals and free of contaminants. There are so many ways to benefit from Himalayan salt, so read on and learn more about the creative, innovative products in the Faithful to Nature selection.

Low-Carb High-Fat (LCHF) eating is revolutionising the way we think about dieting; more and more of our health-conscious fans have been exploring the Paleo or Banting lifestyle, which cuts way down on carbohydrates and sugars, and focuses on the consumption of healthy fats and proteins. If you're wondering why anybody would give up that morning slice of toast or coffee-break doughnut, here are ten excellent reasons why going low-carb is so good for your whole system.

Psssstt… all you lovely eco-minded ladies out there, our green team wants to let you in on a secret… one that’s sure to make your summer hikes, sports and seaside splashes that much easier to enjoy. We’re talking about MyOwnCup – an innovative eco-friendly sanitary product designed with your ultimate comfort, confidence and health in mind. It's already one of our most talked-about products, and there are so many great reasons it's worth talking about!

summer-ready

Can you feel it? Spring is in the air! The days are getting warmer, sunsets last that little bit longer and we're all tingling with excitement in anticipation of summer. Of course, the warmer months also mean we need to be more careful about sun exposure and seasonal allergies. That's why we've rounded up a list of our most popular and trusted natural supplements, to help you feel that healthy summer glow from head to toe.

MEDITATION & YOGA

Our green team is so excited to tell you about the latest range we’ve just added to the Faithful to Nature store! These goodies are all about helping you enhance and enjoy your meditation sessions or your yoga exercises. Whatever your reasons for practicing yoga or meditation – be they physical, spiritual or psychological – both disciplines offer amazing health benefits for the body and mind. To find out more about each product suggested, click on the image and follow the link to our website.